Automation & Robotics Engineer – Manufacturing Systems

Netrolynx AI; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Domnovate in Whitehall, Michigan is seeking an Automation / Robotics Engineer / Specialist to design, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing systems. The role blends hands-on technical work with project leadership across engineering, maintenance, production, and operations teams to improve processes and introduce effective automation solutions.

The successful candidate will program and troubleshoot robots and PLCs, read electrical schematics, and drive enhancements that improve safety,

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• Eight years of proven professional experience may substitute for a degree.
• Experience in industrial automation, robotics engineering, controls engineering, or a similar manufacturing engineering position.
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills are required.
• Experience leading automation projects and implementing manufacturing process improvements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing systems and robotic applications.
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial robots, PLCs, control systems, automated equipment, and production sequences.
• Integrate robotic systems with machinery, sensors, vision systems, and other manufacturing technologies.
• Diagnose complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and controls-related issues, and coordinate with relevant teams to restore or improve equipment performance.
• Lead automation projects from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and production launch.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, electrical schematics, programming records, and equipment specifications.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial robotics

Automation engineering

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Automation

Tools

Industrial robots

HMI systems

Servo drives

Job description

Domnovate in Whitehall, Michigan is seeking an Automation / Robotics Engineer / Specialist to design, implement, and optimize automated manufacturing systems. The role blends hands-on technical work with project leadership across engineering, maintenance, production, and operations teams to improve processes and introduce effective automation solutions.

The successful candidate will program and troubleshoot robots and PLCs, read electrical schematics, and drive enhancements that improve safety,